I honestly think that no matter what Barack does, there will always be those few people, who will find something to criticize him for. (I truly believe that most of the naysayers on this blog are Republicans trying to make fools out of the Democrats.) Barack is simply taking a much deserved time out with his family to have a simple bike ride and it is once again criticize time. I would hope that Sen. Clinton is taking some well deserved time off! So to all those who have nothing better to do than find fault, I say, GET A LIFE!

—————–gas prices—————-$ 5 this 4th of july————-

Yes, tell us, CNN- why does a picture of Obama on a bike need a comments section? What can anyone say, pro-Obama or anti-Obama, about a picture like this? Does it serve any function other than as an invitation for people to hurl stupid insults at him (or eachother?)

CNN seems all to eager to stir up the pot and get people shouting. Maybe getting so many "hits" on the site is good for advertising. But it's not good for the electorate, or the election.

Guess he is waiting on a call from the Kennedy Clan to tell him what his next move should be.

You know I want a guy who is running for President to work harder than I do.

Go Barack Go!

Obama eminds me so much of the hope and euphoria that blancketed the country when JFK was running for presidency.

I hope Americans of all walks of life can put their prejudices aside and recognize the need for change in Washington.

whatz up with the biking gear. who wears belt if you are just going for bike ride

Hey Theresa, we already have that in W. You guys really do think he's the messiah, don't you? It's pathetic.

Sweeeeet bike !!! lol !!! Coool mud guard too !!!! Ride that bike all the way to the white house !!!! Although I would change your outfit !!! Wear shorts or something. lol

OBAMA 2008 !!!!

Bike probably purchased by Resko—-SHHHHH–don't tell

WONDERFUL… the Obama family needs some R&R for a change. Sen. Obama needs some time with his little girls. They've been without him during the primary race and it's NICE to see them get some "family" time for a change.

NO ONE can imagine how much pressure this puts on a family with small children. I think we get so caught up with the Media "spin and frenzie" that we forget they are a FAMILY with small children.

Good for them, I'm glad they were able to get out and spend some time together even if they had Secret Service, etc. following them.

your comment is awaiting moderation!! again and again and again

winner takes all:
two contests between Mr. Obama and mc c

three arm wrestling matches

2 mile run

this will be funny to watch hehehe…..no contest for Mr. Obama

O.K., RALEIGH & MIKE. J., HE MAY LOOK LIKE A DORK OR A NERD, BUT HE'S A SMART DORK/NERD. GIVE THE GUY A BREAK…IT'S APPARENT HE VALUES HIS FAMILY & DOWN TIME

I heard John McCains bike is one of those 3-wheelers, you know the ones that have the two large training wheels on the back. You go Obama, and yeah we protect my brilliant grandson's brain with a helmet also.

Why is this news???

for all the haters out there…keep your mouth shut! If you are not interested in reading the article, then DO NOT READ IT.
OBAMA 08/12

He looks very white to me !! Yeah, that’s a good way to attract hard working white blue color workers votes. Being Bi Racial is the only way to really understand both cultures, otherwise the divisions are very much prevalent in this country. Comments in these blogs are a very good example.

A well earned break and family time!

I like that he is involved in everyday things like playing hoops and biking with his family. This guy has his feet firmly planted on earth.

This isn't anything I'll bet you would see the McCain's doing. I have always wondered why Mrs. McCain always walks behind John and rarely says anything. It is like he doesn't want her upstaging him.

Is John McCain's first wife still alive? Does he support her? Did they have children together? I have only seen one daughter on the campaign and I think she is Cindy's offspring.

this must be a pretty slow news day here at CNN

I voted for Hillary and now I am for Obama. I am a true democrat. I loved them both.

seriously, this looks worse than John Kerry wind surfing….We need a leader, not this man

I'd prefer a nerd running this country, than a C student who got into Ivy league schools because his father is a Billionaire.

Great idea. It would do all of us good to get away from our computers for awhile.

I think I'll go walk my dog. Thanks for the inspiration.

that does not look like obama at all!

mccain can't ride a bike!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am amazed how much airtime Hillary got since tuesday as if she is the one that worn. I just respect Obama the way he doesn't try to have a media driven story line like Clintons.

Enjoy your bike and let it take you somewhere other than the white house. McCain this time and Hillary on 2012

Why don't you ride through the housing development where you and Rezko let people go without heat in the winter. Oh, I forgot, they are all "boarded" up. Ride on Senator, ride on. I wonder where they are riding their bikes this Sunday afternoon. Or maybe, I shouldn't care…..

Nice to see him relax. It is about time before he goes another 5months marathon.

I hope McCain goes on bike ride as well.
May be it will convince me not to doubt on his health.

Dude - i love you Obama but dont start looking like some corny as college geek.

The person in that picture doesn't even LOOK like Sen. Obama.

This is related to the postings about Al Franken.

If I remember correctly, the repugnants elected reagan-what a joke and to make matters worse: W…boy that was and still is a BIG JOKE and a disgrace to this country

Maybe more of us should start riding bikes, it's good for your health and the earth

Have fun Senator, enjoy your family, it's a tough road ahead but we are behind you.

Obama '08

Obama 08!

He's Gonna WIPE OUT !!!!! . Hillary You Are The Strongest , and the Best Canidate For President Of The United States , With Out You As Our Nominee . There Is No Reason To Stay with this Party

The Democratic Party is Worthless , As Far As I'm Concerned , It has Nothing To Offer Us . This Life long Democrat Will Support John McCain This Nov.

Proud Hillary Supporter , McCaincrat

Spend as much time as you can with your family, Senator Obama. You will have a hectic campaign schedule as you try to encourage the electorate to vote for you in the General Election. Family time is time very well spent. Enjoy it. Your daughters are lovely young ladies, maybe someday they will run for President of the United States of America, just like Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton did. Be Blessed.

Lets Go Dems!!!!!!!!!!

I just love it that we may have a President who IS a NERD! Yeah…like a man who has read A BOOK and IS smart, and DOES take pride in his own education. I've been looking at a President who or EIGHT years has almost bragged about barely getting "C" grades and I'm saddened by that.
I think the message Obama will send to our young people is :::::: stay in school and do what you can to get good grades so that you can succeed and make something of your lives! I think this is especially true in how this will relate to the African-American community and the young people in those communities who feel the only things they have to look forward to are gangs, street violence, and drug addiction. Obama is a man who says, "shut off the television and READ to your kids once in awhile!" and that's a refreshing CHANGE!

Is this campaign being covered by TMZ now…

Your calling him names for going on a bike ride with his family.. He has 2 little girls what are you expecting him to do??

Theresa from Minneapolis:

A president who is a "normal" guy. Your words
What the hell do you find that is normal about a negro-caucasian?
That is about as normal as Ellen Degeneres and Barney Frank.
My God Woman, wake up and smell the coffee.

Senator Obama needs a break form the long arduous campaign to spend time alone wirh his family to relax and share time with them
no one should begrudge him that!!
I can say with no doubt in my mind Senator Obama will be the next president of the US
If your wondering how I know…trust my psychic instincts;-)

Dork ? that's mean but funny

Go Obama

MIKE J. please go look in the mirror……surprised?

mc c will fall flat and might not be able to get up……..surprised?

let´s see if mc c can ride a bike.

winner takes all:
three arm wrestling matches between Mr. Obama and mc c

2 mile run………that will be something to see, hehehe

Wow, even his bike rides are apparently news. Yes people, he is human and he does do human stuff regardless of what you've heard from others lol.

"I WANT MY TWO DOLLARS!!!"

Yeah, must be a slow news day. Biking riding is not news

I owned this bike, now rusted and too dangerous to ride. It has taken me through many rough roads, weathered against the sun, the skies, the wind, and the rain. But I have always been proud of it.

I think it is great that he rides a bike. At least he can raise his arms above his head.

> I love that we are going to have a president who is just a "normal" guy!

Agreed. John McCain does come from humble roots.

did he approve this message?

Clearly, this is the ticker post of the day. Obama pulling wheelies and three-sixty degree spins on his bike was pretty cool. He was headed to a half pipe to do some runs and flips…but that side of the story wasn't covered…CNN how dare you not cover McCain in a wheelchair?

OBAMA & EDWARDS ANYONE??

We have a president that sent 4100 troops to there death with faulty and fabricated intelligence. This should be the number one story on CNN and every other channel across America. It is sad to see that the journalism in this country has lost the meaning of responsibility to the American people. 4100 troops are dead in from the Iraq War; and know one cares mainly because the media has made it that way. Bush sent them and McCain voted to back Bush this is the real story.

Can we move on now with some responsible journalism.

Problem one - grown men don't wear helmets. Problem two - he's riding on the sidewalk. Problem three - it's 192 degress in Chicago today (Global Warming you know). and he's wearing long pants.

He sets a very good example for chidren and for families to stay active and healthy!!

I wonder if Hillarie could get that paint suite on a bike seat.

What the heck is that thing on the back of his bike?

I take that back. He really is a nice guy. And I am sure he will make a great president

Good for Obama. He and his Family could use a break. As far as him looking dorky in this shot. It's in fun, but maybe a little. But he has to play down any attck on him that he is an "Angy Black Man" which he is not. But he is NOT a muslim and some smart folks still use that excuse.

I'm happy that he is getting some rest, but do we need an article about it? Are we going to watch everything he does?

how does he stay balanced,in one spot like that ,for so long?

A new kind of politic is paying off. Go Obama!

Finally a real day off. Job well done.

Enjoy yourself Sen. Obama

You got a tight schedule this week ..

btw Cnn why is this news ……..??????

Since Hilary is gone .. you all are stalking Obama …..

He was in Chicago…..Where was I????

I HATE it when he's here and no one tells me!!!!

I never emotionally developed past the 8th grade: He looks like a dork.

I cry myself to sleep at night.

cool!! he looks fine on that bike

BROOKLYN: This is important because it is Sunday, a no news day, and a family day. Good to see him out with his family before the next media frenzy when you (Brooklyn and the rest of us) will have something to blog about.

Thanks Hillary for your speech yesterday!

Women for Obama 08!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am so proud of this guy, and wish him all the luck he deserves.
If Hillary and Bill got 18, votes and there were 43 votes cased, what does that tell you…..somebody still can't count????
You can ride on into the White House…..OBAMA SUPPORTER….

Go McCain

What a nerd….

My goodness, he does not look like a very strong man does he. No wonder Hamas wants him to be President.

Go McCain

Nasty comments? People, you are so …. yaaak. Sorry.

I love you, Barack! Hmmm… I would like to have a
bicycle ride with you.
Good luck!

Let's stop the hate talk and come together as one democratic party. It seem as if many of us fell in love with the candidate and walked off from the party. Please remember we share the same problems and both candidates promised more of the same solutions.

hahaha…he looks like such a dork! I agree with Theresa!

Democrats in 08!

OBAMA I DONT LIKE YOU. YOU STOLE THE ELECTION WITH THOSE SUPER DELEGATES THAT PUT YOU OVER THE TOP WITH THE HELP OF THE MEDIA TO MAKE YOU THE NOMINEE EVEN WOLF BLIZTER SAID THAT .WHEN YOU LOST I DONT UNDERSTAND THE DEMOCRATS YOU RATHER THE BLACKS BE HAPPY THAN WOMEN VOTERS.YOU PUT THE WEAKEST CANIDATE IN HISTORY BESIDES MICHEAL DUKAIS.HE SHOULD BEEN ASHAME OF HIMSELF AFTER HE LOST SOUTH DAKOTA. DEMOCRATS I HATE YOU.

Our next president is looking good.

And, here comes the Republicans blogging as Hillary supporters in 5….4….3…2…1 We will never vote for him, Hillary or never, write her name in, she was cheated……..

I'm not sure that we are going to have a president that is just a "normal" guy ——————–

me2 theresa! i feel i can relate to him..

Yea thats what they thought about Bush too, Just a "normal" guy! And look what happened.

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Bama can go on biking the rest of the campaign for all I care. I am shocked that he thinks that I will go giddy and prance back to some
imaginary un-natural liberal roots if he taps Hillary for the Vice Presidential slot. Let's not forget Obama's real name is Barack Hussein Obombus.

Yes, Obombus is a natural disaster ready to happen. He is weak, womanly and certainly not versed in the necessary military and economics issues that this country needs to pave the way into this threshold of the 21st century.

Hussein's tax policy is enough to give any hard working American apoplexy. If he is elected we should invest in some company that make hemostats so that the bleeding can be stemmed.

I've gone to McCain's website, I've signed up for a seat on the Straight Talk Express, I have urged my friends and acquaintances to support McCain's candidacy, so there is no backtracking for this cat.

Yes we can have black cats, yes we can have governors, yes we can have black mayors and yes we can have black senators, but we can't have a Obama represent America. He is too liberal for my blood.

That is the word for the day.
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Is CNN going to report when he goes to the bathroom also?

American nation is young and refreshing. Go Obama

Barak Hussain Obama is full of hot air . He is just a smooth salesman. Mccain will have no problem defeating obama this fall . He can't count on the black votes alone to carry him because in general election they only makeup like 12%. Women hate him because he is a arogant rude person. I supported hillary and now i am working hard to get the hillary supports to back mccain because we all know he will bs a one term president , obama will neverrrr win the general election. Hillary 2012!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I must admit, he looks like a nerd riding that bike. He should be riding a Ten speed.

Wow! Even a small story such as this garner the ire of some. Listen, every move Sen. Obama makes is now newsworthy, If you do not appreciate, well, I understand. But to some, it's news. So Raleigh, please look in the mirror as see the biggest DORK. Mike J…you gotta be kiddin'! A NERD? I believe many would not mind that title. Hmm. Bill Gates and Warren Buffet come to mind. Oh! There's those thousand upon thousands of military personnel that are nerds. I say that means Barack's in good company.

I don't know about you people, but I welcome only news about McCain and Obama.

CNN, please stop reporting any more news about the Clintons.
They showed us what they have got and we made our decision.
Whatever they want to do after the primary is 'none of our business'.
Remember Chelsea said this?
If they lost the bid for the highest office, we should respect their privacy. We should give them lots of space.
But I understand if you are all sent to Disney this weekend by CNN and let your server rehash the news. Have loads of fun in FL!

Let's move on to important issues facing our nation when you guys return from the vacation.

This guy is a joke. He will NEVER be elected president in this country. I am a lifelong Clinton supporter and I will NOT vote for Nobama. I would rather vote for McCain. I hope Nobama doesn't come back to Ohio to campaign because we do not want him here. He doesn't stand for what we believe in here in Ohio. He is an empty suit. And also, playing the race card and spreading hate and racism aren't Ohio values, only Mississippi, South Carolina, and Alabama.

I AM STILL SICK AT THE WAY THE MEDIA PICKED OBAMA. I TRULY AM AFRAID HE IS NOT GOING TO BE A PRESIDENT FOR ALL THE PEOPLE.

Will we also have to keep track of when he eats his meals, showers and shaves, and, well, I won't mention it.

Please, please give the voters and posters a rest from this political stuff.

Pretty please?

Good Man! Mr President! Family First yes we Dems put our families first! Way to go! I do wonder what type of bike your riding? Oh,pleasee get some clips. Its not a Townie,is it a Trek? Take off the reflectors also.Bike clothes are in order ,Mr President .

I love this President and his Family!

LOL. What a geek. I love it.

The pundants and party insiders who blithely predict that the Hillary supporters will be good little democrats and follow whoever the insiders chose, are dead wrong. And the people you've alienated are not the casuals voters, we're the party regulars that donate every year, vote a straight party ticket, go to meetings and rallys and work for the party and its candidates. NOT ANY MORE! Dean/Pelosi/Kerry/Kennedy have thrown the moderates in the party 'under the bus' so we will reply in kind. And no, I'm not some republican plant, I've got 35 years worth of dem memorbilia to prove it. (do people really get paid to make postings on the net? How do you get that kind of job?)

haha thats Awesome.. I'm not really feeling the bike though.

Obama -Clinton 08

or Obama - Rendell 08

or Obama - Webb 08

Watch out with these photo ops, Mr. Obama. Remember Michael Dukakis and the tank picture?

Shouldn't he have an indoor gym somewhere that he can go to, instead of posing for these ridiculous photo opps.

We all should get our butts off the chairs and get a little active. Life is not just T.V. and P.C.

The guy is living by example.

I guess he is not quite the elitist everyone has coined him to be, also he knows the value of a dollar . Riding bikes saving gas, what a great idea . While John McCain uses the wifes corporate jet ,now who is the nerd?

WHAT A DORK!

He looks so nerdy on a bike! This is no vacation. BO won't be alone again until he loses in November.

Too bad he couldn't enjoy the bike ride in peace and quiet. Not sure why it would be newsworthy other than to show that the media are dogging his footsteps.

Why do you clinton people blame obama.

Hillary and Obama voted not to couny Fla and Mich.thats was the rule

If you go by the rules he still wins.

Hillary have brain wash her supporter for 3 momth when she fell behind count FLA & MICH.

Are you clinton support falling for McCain bloggers also.

Obama done nothing wrong.

Hillary campain did wrong.

If you made withobama its because he is black not because he won.

That the reason you say Im going for McCain.

Fla & Mich should have been 50 0bama 50 Clinton she came out ahead.

The gas price going up,war need to stop.

Aso you all say you will vote McCain must not have a brother or sister fighting i do and i like them back home.

Please vote Obama so they come home please.

THANKS

I can finally relax knowing that Senator Obama will be our next president. Don't forget your roots…don't forget WE SENIORS…and may God bless you and your efforts to make positive changes in the USA. I am proud to be an American with you at the helm.

McCain can't ride a bike because he learned on a Wright brothers velocipede way back in 1904. Bully!

Democrats! You are making America look ridiculous. Where is the honour in victory as in defeat?

Just like the republicans, you have many issues with your processes. But the difference is that they settle theirs inhouse.

Please stop washing your dirty linen in the public. Hillary is still very important in the democratic party and the republicans hate her (and Bill) more than any other person. Infact, they nominated McCain to beat as they call her 'the B**ch'

So any Hillary supporter who votes for McCain or stays at home to let him win has done the most damage to Clinton.

It is a fact that Republicans hate Clinton. Do not repay their hatred with favour.

Obama is the DNC's Dork!! Obama will fall hard in November!!!

Obama looks like Steve Urkel

Love you Barack!!

Do you think you'll see mcsame on a bike??? hahaha.. maybe 65 years ago.

Bring on the debates - I can't WAIT !

OBAMA '08 but untuck the shirt and lose the jeans when biking..not cool at all!!!

He looks like Forrest Gump!

WhAT MORE CAN WE ASK FOR?

News about Obama for a change?

Good for you Sen. Obama. Relax and enjoy your beautiful family.

Oh, puleez CNN! give the man a break….everyone needs a little time away from the public glare once in a while….don't you have anything else to put on the ticker today????

Could you see "thunder thighs" clintoon on a bike? Ewwww…….

Apparently, there is something wrong with his outfit. People need to get over themselves and let the man live his life. All he wants to do is live a normal live but all you haters have to jump all over him any chance you get. I didn't know that there was a presidential dress code. -_-"

Please, please be careful. It takes only one sniper, and there are so many nutcases with guns out there.

Good for him !! He deserves a break the same as all the others.

Go Obama 08

We love you Barack. Ypu are down to earth and teaching us to be healthy.

Go OBAMA

I AM A DID HARD HILLARY SUPPORTER WHO REALIZES HILLARY LOST FAIR AND SQUARE! ME AND 18 MILLION OF HER SUPPORTERS ARE NOW GOING TO SUPPORT THE WINNER WHO WE WILL CALL PRESIDENT OBAMA!

Please, please, please; will the "Hillary got shafted" (by the media, by the DNC, by sexism, etc.) crowd take a deep breath and settle down! The nomination was hers to lose - and she lost it. Her huge starting lead and advantage in name recognition gave rise to the whole "inevitable" nonsense - the trouble is, she and her people believed it, and in complacency allowed themselves to be outmaneuvered by the longshot. That's not the media's fault or the DNC's or the fault of an army of misogynists. I (a white middle-aged male-type person) followed the entire primary process closely, and was more than willing to vote for whichever candidate rose to the top (still am). Some good folks fell out along the way for various reasons. I became drawn to Obama for several reasons, foremost among them being my firm belief that our nation has gotten itself in such a mess by the same old crowd doing things the same old way. Love her or hate her, there is no denying Hillary answers that description. Does anyone seriously believe that should Hillary take the White House, that the first order of business wouldn't be to settle up old political scores? I didn't think so. Evidently, a few other folks felt as I did. Can we now get back to the difficult work of righting our battered nation? Thanks.

I agree with Raleigh - Obama looks like a total dork. I can see the headlines now - HISTORICAL BIKE RIDE!!! Are you bored, insane or just bound and determined to put a black man in the white house regardless of what kind of politics or socialist scheme he believes in?

Get his lunch money and throw him in the locker!

Hahaha I still love you, Barack.

Obama 08

Super Slow News day-oh wait this is the Obama Network-what is the crowned prince doing today-please cover it-blah, blah, blah-

I was a Dem-now and Ind.-DNC and the Media picked this nom.-This feels like "American Idol" written all over this one-have fun in Nov.!

he is so lame, it is revolting how cnn worships every move this waste of space makes.

HAHAHAHA how nerdy! I love it.

Democrats against Obama '08!

He is dangerous, nieve, and elitist. The next four years are likely to be horrible economically and no politician can change that reality. So, why not let McCain deal with the backlash caused by Bush's failed economic plan. Democrats would be well served to posture for 2012 and let '08 go.

Wow, he looks like a huge loser in that photo. Who bike rides in jeans in Chicago in June? This will be Kerry windsurfing and Dukakis is the tank all over again. Good job Dems, we nominated yet another unelectable loser.

A well deserved break form an 18 month long or hard work campaign. Breath the fresh air and indulge a bit in nature for you have a tough road ahead of you. I wish you good luck!

do you think McCain can ride a bike? you know, with his bad joints and all.

I've seen some great poems about Obama the bathroom stalls at work.

He's not elitist, he's riding a bike.

Wreck your bicycle and FALL HARD dork wad!!!

I like Obama but, I think he needs a better image consultant. Those jeans, the belt, a polo those sneakers are sooooo a fashion faux pas!

oh my god what an "elitist" he is for riding a bike!

He should be ashamed of himself us Clinton supporters are backing McCain to make Obama feel the pain at the pump nd now he is riding a bike???

Oh well Clinton supporters unite with Repubbies we can make $5 gas a reality by Labor day!

I just love this guy

I love you Obama!! People who make nasty comments towards you are just jeolous and full of hatred!! You have my vote and millions more!!

VOTE MCSAME AND WE DIE!!!

OBAMA 2008!!

Who cares what Obama does, I wish he would take a bike ride out
of the country, and take along his wife.

what a dork.

love him.

obama 08

While Hillary was giving her speech yesterday, the arrogant Obama went golfing. Maybe he will notice when he needs some of the 18 million votes that he won't get. Normal guy - how many secret service people were around him.

Perhaps he could ride his bike over to Trinity to visit 'his people'….ya know - the ones that at one time he couldn't throw under the bus? No one is safe with this fella and none of his words mean anything. He shows no loyalty… he is not Presidental material and certainly not the best that the DNC had to offer. Of course, don't ask Donna Brazile - she claims her Mother taught her what cheating was all about - but Ms. Brazile has taken cheating to a new level and the DNC to a new low.

COUNTRY FIRST - PARTY SECOND!!!!!!!!!!

Now…this is news….

DONT RIDE TOO FAST OR HILLARY WILL JUMP OUT OF THE BUSHES AND JAM A STICK IN YOUR FRONT TIRE!

Barack bowling, Barack bike riding, Bar…… LOL
What a farce!

I love that we are going to have a president who is just a "normal" guy!

Obama you look like a nerd!!

STAND STRONG
for CHANGE!!

OR

FALL HARD
with McCain!!

good for him. He needs a break . Job well done
OBAMA 08 …

Dork.

Looks great! He's reminding us all that we need to take better care of ourselves.

Wow… And this is important because???